Delivery Transformation Program Lead - VP

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MS Wealth Management (MSWM) Technology: Morgan Stanley Wealth Management (MSWM) Technology is the global technology department responsible for the design, development, delivery and support of the technical solutions behind the products and services used by the Morgan Stanley Wealth Management (MSWM) business. The department is comprised of 10 organizations: Sales, Banking & Corporate-Client Technology, Investment Products & Markets Technology, Client Reporting, Core Processing, Private and International Wealth Management Technology, Technology Integration Office, Enterprise Infrastructure & Production Management, Capital Markets Application & Data Services, Deployment Planning & Release Management, and the Chief Operating Office.

Technology Delivery Management Profile: The Technology Delivery Management team (TDM) is responsible for program management, project management and leading execution for various initiatives within MSWM leveraging Agile methodologies. The team leads critical efforts related to the complete lifecycle of the programs and projects. The team works closely with our business partners to identify priorities, define scope, secure the related funding, and partners with the development teams to execute and deliver the software. This group is also responsible for transitioning teams to an Agile operating model and efficiently manage software delivery with Scrum or Kanban teams.

Position Description:

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to drive enhancements of the TDM Organization within the TDM COO organization. The candidate will matrix-manage and drive deliverables of the WMT Delivery Transformation Program to execution. The candidate will work closely with the head of TDM and senior stakeholders across business and technology to steer teams towards successful outcomes.

The responsibilities will include:

• Driving the strategy for the Delivery Transformation Program and identifying quarterly goals for its various pillars
• Partnering with stakeholders to define, align and prioritize portfolio level reporting
• Identifying and removing impediments and working with teams across the organization to track dependencies
• Facilitating forums with stakeholders to keep teams abreast of the WMT portfolio
• Tracking and monitoring financials to stay within program budgets

The position requires

• Knowledge of the Financial Services industry and COO responsibilities, as well as a proven track record of delivering large-scale initiatives in a high-paced and demanding environment.
• The candidate is expected to have strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with experience in working with multiple teams and individuals.
• They should have the ability to influence & navigate across an organization without boundaries.
• The candidate should have experience with conflict management and embody negotiation skills.
• The candidate will be expected to accommodate multiple time zones, as teams are located in both North America and Asia.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $210,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).